Wynne Construction Wins £20million Contracts for Two North Wales Housing Developments

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A Denbighshire-based construction firm, Wynne Construction, has been awarded two significant design and build contracts worth over £20million by North Wales' largest housing association, Adra. The contracts involve developing a 47-home social housing complex on Berse Road, Wrexham, and building 49 social houses on Abergele Road, Bodelwyddan. These projects demonstrate Adra's commitment to providing quality, affordable housing in North Wales, aligning with its Corporate Plan to continue its ambitious development program.

Key Takeaways:

  • Wynne Construction has been awarded two design and build contracts worth over £20million from Adra, North Wales' largest housing association.
  • The contracts are for a 47-home social housing complex on Berse Road, Wrexham, and 49 social houses on Abergele Road, Bodelwyddan.
  • The Berse Road development is valued at £9million and scheduled for completion in autumn 2026, while the Abergele Road project is worth £11million and set to finish in spring 2027.
  • The contractor aims to engage with local suppliers to boost the region's economy and provide work experience and apprenticeship opportunities for students.
  • Huw Evans, Adra's Head of Development, highlights the importance of partnering with Wynne Construction to build quality, affordable homes that meet the increasing demand in North Wales.

Statistics:

  • The total value of the two contracts awarded to Wynne Construction is £20.1million (£9million for the Berse Road development and £11million for the Abergele Road project).
  • The Berse Road development consists of apartments and a mixture of two, three, and four-bedroom homes available for rent.
  • Approximately 80-100 people will work on each site at peak times, with Wynne Construction quantity surveyor Corey Jones confirming that the team is skilled and experienced.
  • Wynne Construction has previously worked with Adra on major builds, including Plas Penhros and Pen Y Ffridd.

Sources:

  • Wynne Construction began building the new social housing complex on Berse Road, Wrexham, in March following its appointment from Adra.
  • Work is expected to start on the Abergele Road development this summer and finish in spring 2027, with the design phase already underway.